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Ludopedia
6.9
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BGG
Our Verdict
A snappy, pocket-sized space race that packs a punch.
Highlights
- Smooth card-swapping-mechanics
- Incredibly portable design
- Quick to teach and play
- Solid solo-play-ability
Keep in mind
- Strictly for 1-2 players
- Very short playtime
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Looking for a quick-fire mental duel that fits in your pocket? Cosmic Run: Express delivers exactly that! Set in Dr. Finn's universe, this standalone mini card game pits you against an opponent in a race to reach three different planets first. It's fast, tight, and deceptively deep.
In each round, players manage a hand of ship cards, passing them to their opponent and playing them simultaneously across three-planet-based-locations. The real magic lies in how you score movement points. You can match card colors to movement icons, aim for the best 'poker-style' hand at a specific planet, or strategically rotate your cards to use the arrow bonuses based on adjacent-column-play.
Despite its tiny footprint—just 25 cards—the-game offers a satisfying layer of tactical-simultaneous-action-selection. Whether you are playing the 2-player head-to-head or testing your skills against the solo dummy player mode, the tension remains high. It is a perfect 'filler' game for gamers who want something more substantial than a basic dexterity game but much faster than a heavy strategy title. If you enjoy games where every card played feels like a calculated risk, Cosmic Run: Express is your next space-faring adventure!
In each round, players manage a hand of ship cards, passing them to their opponent and playing them simultaneously across three-planet-based-locations. The real magic lies in how you score movement points. You can match card colors to movement icons, aim for the best 'poker-style' hand at a specific planet, or strategically rotate your cards to use the arrow bonuses based on adjacent-column-play.
Despite its tiny footprint—just 25 cards—the-game offers a satisfying layer of tactical-simultaneous-action-selection. Whether you are playing the 2-player head-to-head or testing your skills against the solo dummy player mode, the tension remains high. It is a perfect 'filler' game for gamers who want something more substantial than a basic dexterity game but much faster than a heavy strategy title. If you enjoy games where every card played feels like a calculated risk, Cosmic Run: Express is your next space-faring adventure!
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Publisher
Dr. Finn's Games
Designer
Steve Finn
Artist
Lawrence van der Merwe, Rocío Ogñenovich, Sebastian Koziner
Can I play it solo?
Yes! It includes a-dummy-player-mechanism for a solo experience.
How long does a game last?
Very fast! Expect around 10 to 15 minutes per session.
Is it hard to learn?
Not at all. It's designed to be intuitive and quick to pick up.
Do I need the Cosmic Run-main game?
No, this is a standalone-mini game.
How many players can it handle?
It is specifically designed for 1 or 2 players.